Thursday, December 6, 2007

Tom Farren, a long-time member of the Saint Mary’s Athletic Department, died Friday, Nov. 30. He collapsed while working in the ice arena. Farren was currently serving as head men’s golf coach, ice facility manager, and men’s hockey equipment manager. Since coming to Saint Mary’s in 1981, Tom had also served as assistant men’s hockey coach; head coach of men’s soccer, men's tennis and women's tennis; physical education instructor; athletic fields supervisor; and residence hall director. A memorial service was held on campus Wednesday. The Saint Mary’s community extends its sympathy to the Farren family.